Jammu, Aug 12 (KNS): Jammu and Kashmir fencers Shreya Gupta and Vishal Thapar have won gold and silver medals respectively at the ongoing Commonwealth Fencing Championship in Lagos, Nigeria, the J&K Sports Council said on Wednesday.
The Sports Council congratulated the two fencers for their performances, saying their achievements have brought laurels to Jammu and Kashmir on the international stage.
Gupta clinched the gold medal, while Thapar secured silver in their respective events at the championship.
It said the achievements reflected the growing strength of fencing in Jammu and Kashmir and the potential of local athletes to excel at major international competitions.
The Sports Council also congratulated their coaches and wished the two fencers continued success in the remaining competitions and future sporting events.(KNS)